Amazon is seeking a Subject Matter Expert in Refrigeration Systems to lead our grocery operations refrigeration infrastructure. This role combines technical expertise with specialized knowledge of grocery operations and food safety requirements. The position focuses on developing technical standards implementing sustainable solutions and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. This collaborative role involves working across teams to drive innovation optimize system performance and maintain exceptional food safety standards.
The ideal candidate will serve as the principal technical authority for refrigeration systems driving innovation efficiency and reliability while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. You will be responsible for developing technical standards develop innovative solutions and implementing sustainable initiatives that optimize our refrigeration infrastructure.
This role requires extensive experience in grocery refrigeration systems including medium and low-temperature applications display cases walk-in units and central plant operations. The position demands a strong background in food safety protocols HACCP principles and regulatory compliance combined with expertise in building automation systems and energy management.
The successful candidate will collaborate with multiple stakeholders to drive continuous improvement implement new technologies and maintain the highest standards of food safety and system reliability across our operations.
Key job responsibilities
Lead technical direction for refrigeration systems across grocery locations including system specifications performance optimization and monitoring solutions
Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance programs quality assurance protocols and sustainable practices for refrigeration systems
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations while creating and maintaining standard operating procedures
Drive innovation in refrigeration technology focusing on energy efficiency and environmental impact reduction
Design and deliver technical training programs for staff development and system maintenance excellence
Technical leadership in commercial and industrial refrigeration systems
Grocery-specific refrigeration requirements and food safety compliance
Energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives
Program management and cross-functional team leadership
Training and development of technical staff
About the team
Our Grocery Operations team is committed to maintaining the highest standards in food safety and sustainability while driving innovation in refrigeration technology. We value collaborative problem-solving and creative approaches to operational challenges.
- Bachelors degree or above in Industrial Mechanical Civil Engineering or other related discipline
- Knowledge of retail food code and regulations governing grocery retail at local state and federal levels
- 5 years of experience in commercial/industrial refrigeration systems with at least 3 years specifically in grocery/supermarket refrigeration
- Experience with building automation systems and energy management
- Demonstrated experience with medium and low-temperature refrigeration systems walk-in coolers and freezers display cases rack refrigeration systems and CO2 (R744) refrigeration systems
- Masters degree in a technical field
- 3 years of managing food safety and quality in a large-scale retail or manufacturing environment experience
- Certified Retail Energy Specialist (CRES) certification
- Experience leading sustainability initiatives and energy optimization projects
- Demonstrated success in grocery/retail refrigeration systems design and optimization
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $118900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $205600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.